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</div><p align="center"><strong>Testimony of</strong></p>
<p align="center"><strong>The Honorable Lawrence E. Strickling<br />
Assistant Secretary for Communications and Information<br />
National Telecommunications and Information Administration<br />
United States Department of Commerce</strong></p>
<p align="center"><strong>Before the</strong></p>
<p align="center"><strong>Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation<br />
United States Senate</strong></p>
<p align="center"><strong>Hearing entitled</strong></p>
<p align="center"><strong>“Preserving the Multistakeholder Model of Internet Governance”</strong></p>
<p align="center"><strong>February 25, 2015</strong></p>
<p>Chairman Thune, Ranking Member Nelson, and members of the Committee, thank you for this opportunity to testify on behalf of the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) regarding NTIA’s role in the Internet’s domain name system and the transition of NTIA’s stewardship over certain technical functions related to the Internet domain name system to the global multistakeholder community.&nbsp; I am pleased to appear before you to update you on the current status of the transition planning process as the global Internet community works to develop a transition proposal that will ensure the stability, security, and openness of the Internet.</p>
<p><strong>I. Background</strong></p>
<p>The Domain Name System (DNS) is a critical component of the Internet infrastructure.&nbsp; It allows users to identify websites, mail servers, and other Internet destinations using easy-to-understand names (<em>e.g., </em>www.ntia.doc.gov) rather than the numeric network addresses (<em>e.g.</em>, 170.110.225.163) necessary to retrieve information on the Internet.&nbsp; In this way, it functions similar to an “address book” for the Internet.</p><p><a href="http://www.ntia.doc.gov/speechtestimony/2015/testimony-assistant-secretary-strickling-senate-committee-commerce-science-and-" target="_blank">read more</a></p>Domain Name SystemWed, 25 Feb 2015 20:25:32 +0000cfranz2539 at http://www.ntia.doc.govStakeholders Continue Historic Work on Internet DNS Transition at ICANN Singapore Meetinghttp://www.ntia.doc.gov/blog/2015/stakeholders-continue-historic-work-internet-dns-transition-icann-singapore-meeting
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<p>Last week, the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers (ICANN) held its 52<sup>nd</sup> meeting in Singapore, where the global multistakeholder community continued progress on a proposal to transition the United States role related to the Internet Domain Name System.</p>
<p>I was pleased to see the amount of energy and professionalism exhibited by the nearly 1800 participants at the ICANN meeting. The Internet’s stakeholders are driving this transition and are demonstrating that businesses, technical experts, and civil society groups are best equipped to set the future direction of the Internet. &nbsp;Under this multistakeholder model, no one party can control the Internet or impose its will. And that’s what’s enabled the Internet to flourish and evolve into this global medium that has torn down barriers to free speech and fueled economic growth and innovation.</p>
<p>&nbsp;It is so important that we get this transition right. If it doesn’t take place, we will embolden authoritarian regimes to seek greater government control of the Internet or to threaten to fragment the Internet, which would result in a global patchwork of regulations and rules that stifle the free flow of information.</p>
<p>Now that we are nearing the one-year anniversary of our announcement, it is important to take stock of where this transition process stands. Stakeholders have organized two major work streams to develop the overall plan:&nbsp; one group is focused on the specifics of the <a href="https://www.icann.org/stewardship">IANA functions</a> and the second is addressing questions of the overall <a href="https://community.icann.org/display/acctcrosscomm/CCWG+on+Enhancing+ICANN+Accountability">accountability</a> of ICANN to the global community of Internet stakeholders.&nbsp;</p>
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NTIA is the Executive Branch expert on issues relating to the DNS and supports a multi-stakeholder approach to the coordination of the DNS to ensure the long-term viability of the Internet as a force for innovation and economic growth.
ICANN
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<p><a href="http://www.ntia.doc.gov/blog/2015/stakeholders-continue-historic-work-internet-dns-transition-icann-singapore-meeting" target="_blank">read more</a></p>IANA functionsDomain Name SystemAssistant Secretary for Communications and Information and NTIA Administrator Lawrence E. StricklingThu, 19 Feb 2015 15:52:32 +0000cfranz2538 at http://www.ntia.doc.govReport on the Transition of the Stewardship of the Internet Assigned Numbers Authority (IANA) Functionshttp://www.ntia.doc.gov/report/2015/report-transition-stewardship-internet-assigned-numbers-authority-iana-functions
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NTIA is the Executive Branch expert on issues relating to the DNS and supports a multi-stakeholder approach to the coordination of the DNS to ensure the long-term viability of the Internet as a force for innovation and economic growth.
ICANN
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<p>The attached report provides background on the Internet domain name system (DNS) and NTIA’s role, the Internet Assigned Numbers Authority (IANA) functions, NTIA’s call for a transition proposal, status of the multi-stakeholder community’s efforts in response, and next steps.&nbsp; The report covers activities through January 31, 2015.&nbsp; NTIA will update this report on a quarterly basis.&nbsp;</p>
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<p>The National Telecommunications and Information Administration’s BroadbandUSA team convened a productive workshop in Jackson, Miss., last week to explore ways to close the digital divide in a state that continues to expand broadband connectivity and adoption.</p>
<p>The event was the second in a series of regional workshops that NTIA is hosting across the country as part of its new <a href="http://www2.ntia.doc.gov/">BroadbandUSA</a> program, which is helping communities improve local broadband capacity and utilization.</p>
<p>The new initiative – highlighted by <a href="http://www.whitehouse.gov/the-press-office/2015/01/13/fact-sheet-broadband-works-promoting-competition-local-choice-next-gener">President Obama</a> last month – builds on lessons learned and best practices from NTIA’s successful broadband grant programs, which invested more than $4 billion in network infrastructure, public computer centers, digital literacy training and broadband mapping. BroadbandUSA provides resources – including technical assistance, toolkits and guides – to help communities assess local broadband needs, engage stakeholders, explore business models, evaluate financing options and attract private-sector investment.</p>
<p>The Mississippi workshop - presented in cooperation with the non-profit <a href="http://msbb.broadmap.com/index.html">Connect MS</a> and the <a href="http://medc.ms/">Mississippi Economic Development Council</a> – drew panelists and attendees from across the Gulf Region. But much of the focus was on Mississippi, which in 2009 created a statewide taskforce to coordinate efforts on broadband policy.</p>
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Through the State Broadband Initiative (formerly called the State Broadband Data and Development grant program), NTIA awarded a total of $293 million to 56 grantees, one from each of the 50 states, five territories, and the District of Columbia, or their designees. Grantees are using this funding to support the efficient and creative use of broadband technology to better compete in the digital economy. These state-created efforts vary depending on local needs but include programs to assist small businesses and community institutions in using technology more effectively, conduct research on barriers to broadband adoption, implement innovative applications that increase access to government services and information, and support state and local task forces to expand broadband access and adoption.
Since accurate data is critical for broadband planning, another purpose of the State Broadband Initiative is to assist states in gathering data twice a year on the availability, speed, and location of broadband services, as well as the broadband services that community institutions use. The data will be used by NTIA to update its publicly searchable, interactive National Broadband Map.
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<li class="taxonomy_term_24"><a href="/category/broadband" rel="tag" title="NTIA is engaged in a range of efforts to increase broadband Internet access and adoption in America, which supports economic growth, job creation, and improved education, health care, and public safety. These activities include administration of the Recovery-Act-funded Broadband Technology Opportunities Program and State Broadband Initiative; creating and maintaining the first public, searchable nationwide map of broadband availability; broadband-usage research that can inform efforts to close the digital divide; and promoting digital literacy to help Americans compete in the 21st century economy.
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The agency manages two broadband grant programs funded by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act: the Broadband Technology Opportunities Program (BTOP) and the State Broadband Initiative (SBI) (formerly called the State Broadband Data and Development Grant Program). Through these programs, NTIA is overseeing an investment of approximately $4 billion in projects throughout the United States to support the deployment of broadband infrastructure, enhance and expand public computer centers, encourage sustainable adoption of broadband service, and promote statewide broadband planning and data collection activities. The State Broadband Initiative is also responsible for creation and maintenance of the National Broadband Map.
The State and Local Implementation Grant Program (SLIGP) is a $121.5 million formula-based, matching grant program administered by NTIA. The program is designed to assist regional, state, local, and tribal government entities as they plan for a nationwide public safety broadband network
In addition, NTIA continues to monitor the following:
Previously awarded grants from the Public Telecommunications Facilities Program (PTFP), which was terminated by Congress in fiscal year 2011. This program has helped public broadcasting stations and other organizations construct facilities to bring educational and cultural programs to the American public.
The Public Safety Interoperable Communications (PSIC) Grant Program, helped first responders better communicate during disasters. NTIA, in consultation with the Department of Homeland Security, awarded nearly $1 billion to fund projects nationwide. Program funding ended September 30, 2012.
The Low Power Television and Translator Upgrade Program (LPTV), which helps operators of analog low-power television stations in eligible rural communities to upgrade their facilities to digital broadcast capacity.
A grant to the Metropolitan Television Alliance to deploy and maintain a temporary digital television broadcast system in the New York metropolitan area.
Grants awarded by the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and NTIA to the states and U.S. territories to improve 911 services.
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<p><a href="http://www.ntia.doc.gov/blog/2015/expanding-benefits-broadband-mississippi" target="_blank">read more</a></p>Broadband Technology Opportunities ProgramState Broadband InitiativeBroadbandGrantsNTIAWed, 11 Feb 2015 15:39:56 +0000cfranz2532 at http://www.ntia.doc.govSupporting Wireless Innovation Through a “Model City”http://www.ntia.doc.gov/blog/2015/supporting-wireless-innovation-through-model-city
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<p><img alt="Broadband wireless tower photo" src="/files/ntia/blogimages/broadbandwirelesstower.jpg" style="width: 280px; height: 176px; margin: 10px; float: right;" />The United States is fast becoming a wireless nation. The demand for wireless devices in all sectors of our lives – from smartphones to smart utility meters – is driving the exploding demand for access to spectrum. By 2019, Cisco predicts there will be a seven-fold increase in data traffic.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The Obama administration has been working hard to meet this demand, pledging to make 500 megahertz of additional spectrum available for mobile broadband by 2020. The <a href="http://www.ntia.doc.gov/"><strong>Commerce Department’s National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA)</strong></a>, which manages the federal government’s use of spectrum, has been working with the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and other federal agencies to make more federal spectrum available for commercial use. At the same time, we are working to balance the needs of federal agencies that rely on spectrum to perform a wide range of mission-critical functions – from communicating with weather satellites, to navigating passenger planes and protecting our nation’s borders.&nbsp;</p>
<p>Meeting the sky-rocketing demand for wireless technologies has required new approaches to freeing up spectrum beyond the traditional model of clearing spectrum for exclusive commercial use. Spectrum sharing between federal and nonfederal users also has to be part of the solution.</p>
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establishing and issuing policy regarding allocations and regulations governing the Federal spectrum use;
developing plans for the peacetime and wartime use of the spectrum;
preparing for, participating in, and implementing the results of international radio conferences;
assigning frequencies;
maintaining spectrum use databases;
reviewing Federal agencies&#039; new telecommunications systems and certifying that spectrum will be available;
providing the technical engineering expertise needed to perform specific spectrum resources assessments and automated computer capabilities needed to carry out these investigations;
participating in all aspects of the Federal government&#039;s communications related emergency readiness activities; and
participating in Federal government telecommunications and automated information systems security activities.
NTIA is also collaborating with the Federal Communications Commission to make available a total of 500 megahertz of Federal and nonfederal spectrum over the next 10 years for mobile and fixed wireless broadband use. This initiative, to nearly double the amount of commercial spectrum, will spur investment, economic growth, and job creation while supporting the growing demand by consumers and businesses for wireless broadband services.
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Public Access to Spectrum Management Process
Spectrum Management Primer
Spectrum Wall Chart
Spectrum Management Training
Manual of Regulations and Procedures
Federal Spectrum Compendium (November 2014)
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<p><a href="http://www.ntia.doc.gov/blog/2015/supporting-wireless-innovation-through-model-city" target="_blank">read more</a></p>Spectrum ManagementNTIATue, 10 Feb 2015 23:01:31 +0000cfranz2531 at http://www.ntia.doc.govTwenty-Second Quarterly Status Report to Congress Regarding BTOPhttp://www.ntia.doc.gov/report/2015/twenty-second-quarterly-status-report-congress-regarding-btop
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Through the State Broadband Initiative (formerly called the State Broadband Data and Development grant program), NTIA awarded a total of $293 million to 56 grantees, one from each of the 50 states, five territories, and the District of Columbia, or their designees. Grantees are using this funding to support the efficient and creative use of broadband technology to better compete in the digital economy. These state-created efforts vary depending on local needs but include programs to assist small businesses and community institutions in using technology more effectively, conduct research on barriers to broadband adoption, implement innovative applications that increase access to government services and information, and support state and local task forces to expand broadband access and adoption.
Since accurate data is critical for broadband planning, another purpose of the State Broadband Initiative is to assist states in gathering data twice a year on the availability, speed, and location of broadband services, as well as the broadband services that community institutions use. The data will be used by NTIA to update its publicly searchable, interactive National Broadband Map.
See also: NTIA&#039;s Recovery Act broadband programs">State Broadband Initiative</a></li>
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The agency manages two broadband grant programs funded by the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act: the Broadband Technology Opportunities Program (BTOP) and the State Broadband Initiative (SBI) (formerly called the State Broadband Data and Development Grant Program). Through these programs, NTIA is overseeing an investment of approximately $4 billion in projects throughout the United States to support the deployment of broadband infrastructure, enhance and expand public computer centers, encourage sustainable adoption of broadband service, and promote statewide broadband planning and data collection activities. The State Broadband Initiative is also responsible for creation and maintenance of the National Broadband Map.
The State and Local Implementation Grant Program (SLIGP) is a $121.5 million formula-based, matching grant program administered by NTIA. The program is designed to assist regional, state, local, and tribal government entities as they plan for a nationwide public safety broadband network
In addition, NTIA continues to monitor the following:
Previously awarded grants from the Public Telecommunications Facilities Program (PTFP), which was terminated by Congress in fiscal year 2011. This program has helped public broadcasting stations and other organizations construct facilities to bring educational and cultural programs to the American public.
The Public Safety Interoperable Communications (PSIC) Grant Program, helped first responders better communicate during disasters. NTIA, in consultation with the Department of Homeland Security, awarded nearly $1 billion to fund projects nationwide. Program funding ended September 30, 2012.
The Low Power Television and Translator Upgrade Program (LPTV), which helps operators of analog low-power television stations in eligible rural communities to upgrade their facilities to digital broadcast capacity.
A grant to the Metropolitan Television Alliance to deploy and maintain a temporary digital television broadcast system in the New York metropolitan area.
Grants awarded by the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and NTIA to the states and U.S. territories to improve 911 services.
A grant to the Public Broadcasting System as part of the Warning Alert and Response Network.
Prior initiatives include the Digital TV Converter Box Coupon Program and the Technology Opportunities Program. ">Grants</a></li>
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<p>Pursuant to Section 6001(d)(4) of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA or Recovery Act) (Public Law No. 111-5), the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) provides this Quarterly Report on the status of the Broadband Technology Opportunities Program (BTOP or Program). This Report focuses on the Program’s activities from April 1 to June 30, 2014.</p>
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<p><strong>By Lawrence E. Strickling, Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Communications and Information and NTIA administrator, and Alexander Macgillivray, U.S. Deputy Chief Technology Officer, White House Office of Science and Technology Policy</strong></p>
<p>The most successful auction of radio spectrum so far came to a close today, drawing nearly $45 billion in bids for 65 megahertz of spectrum. While clearly a ringing financial success, the AWS-3 auction also is an important milestone in the Obama administration’s efforts to meet the President’s goal of making available 500 megahertz of spectrum for wireless broadband by 2020.</p>
<p>The success of the auction, conducted by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), was made possible in part by an unprecedented level of collaboration between NTIA, affected federal agencies, wireless industry representatives, the FCC, and Congress.</p>
<p>The auction also represents a paradigm shift in our approach to making spectrum available for commercial wireless providers. In many instances, the bands that were auctioned will require the clearing of incumbent federal users from these bands; while in other instances, nonfederal entrants will be required to share spectrum with incumbent federal agencies indefinitely. As NTIA continues to review spectrum bands for reallocation, spectrum sharing is becoming the new reality. Out of necessity, where it is cost prohibitive, takes too long to relocate incumbent users, or where comparable spectrum is not available to ensure continuity of critical federal government functions, we must move beyond the traditional approach of clearing federal users from spectrum in order to auction it to the private sector for its exclusive use.</p>
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establishing and issuing policy regarding allocations and regulations governing the Federal spectrum use;
developing plans for the peacetime and wartime use of the spectrum;
preparing for, participating in, and implementing the results of international radio conferences;
assigning frequencies;
maintaining spectrum use databases;
reviewing Federal agencies&#039; new telecommunications systems and certifying that spectrum will be available;
providing the technical engineering expertise needed to perform specific spectrum resources assessments and automated computer capabilities needed to carry out these investigations;
participating in all aspects of the Federal government&#039;s communications related emergency readiness activities; and
participating in Federal government telecommunications and automated information systems security activities.
NTIA is also collaborating with the Federal Communications Commission to make available a total of 500 megahertz of Federal and nonfederal spectrum over the next 10 years for mobile and fixed wireless broadband use. This initiative, to nearly double the amount of commercial spectrum, will spur investment, economic growth, and job creation while supporting the growing demand by consumers and businesses for wireless broadband services.
Spectrum Engineering Reports
Public Access to Spectrum Management Process
Spectrum Management Primer
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Spectrum Management Training
Manual of Regulations and Procedures
Federal Spectrum Compendium (November 2014)
Past Spectrum Reform Initiatives
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In November 2014, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is scheduled to commence competitive bidding for new licenses in the 1695-1710 MHz, 1755-1780 MHz and 2155-2180 MHz bands for Advanced Wireless Services (AWS-3). In March 2014, the FCC, in collaboration with NTIA, reallocated the 1695-1710 MHz and 1755-1780 MHz bands. Most of the federal systems using the 1755-1780 MHz band will relocate out of the band, but the FCC’s rules provide for indefinite sharing with a limited number of federal systems.
The Commercial Spectrum Enhancement Act (CSEA), as amended, governs the transition planning process through which eligible federal agencies will recover their relocation or sharing costs from a portion of the proceeds from the AWS-3 auction, which will be transferred to the Spectrum Relocation Fund. On May 13, 2014, as required by the CSEA, NTIA notified the FCC of the initial estimated relocation and sharing costs and the estimated timelines for the 1695-1710 MHz and the 1755-1780 MHz bands. These estimates are based on the transition plans submitted by the eligible federal entities and available at the following links:
Transition Plans and Transition Data for the 1695 – 1710 MHz Band
Transition Plans and Transition Data for the 1755 – 1780 MHz Band
Additional information from the FCC on the AWS-3 auction is available here.">AWS-3 Transition</a></li>
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<p>Today, I’m happy to recognize a number of NTIA employees who received Department of Commerce Gold and Silver awards for their outstanding contributions. Deputy Secretary of Commerce Bruce Andrews presented the awards at a special ceremony today.</p>
<p>We should all take pride in the important work we do at NTIA.&nbsp; We are working hard day-to-day to ensure that the Internet remains an engine for economic growth and innovation; &nbsp;to promote broadband access and adoption so that no one is left behind in the digital revolution;&nbsp; and to manage the federal government’s use of spectrum, helping federal and commercial entities alike find new spectrum sharing opportunities. I am particularly pleased that so much of our work is being recognized by the Department as meeting the very high standards for Gold and Silver Medals. Congratulations to these fine public servants.</p>
<p>Here are the NTIA honorees:</p>
<p><strong>Gold Medal Award winners:</strong></p>
<p><strong>John Verdi (Office of Policy Analysis and Development (OPAD)) –</strong> John received an individual Gold Medal in recognition for his excellence in successfully leading the first domestic multistakeholder privacy policy process. The effort was in support of the White House's Consumer Data Privacy in a Networked World: A Framework for Protecting Privacy and Promoting Innovation in the Global Digital Economy, and showcased the viability of multistakeholder processes for Internet policymaking. Companies have adopted or are beginning to implement the code of conduct for mobile app transparency, which has increased confidence in the multistakeholder approach and reinforced the Department's commitment to consumer privacy.</p>
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<li class="taxonomy_term_18"><a href="/category/spectrum-management" rel="tag" title="Many Federal agencies use radio frequency spectrum to perform vital operations. NTIA manages the Federal government&#039;s use of spectrum, ensuring that America&#039;s domestic and international spectrum needs are met while making efficient use of this limited resource. NTIA carries out this responsibility with assistance and advice from the Interdepartment Radio Advisory Committee and by:
establishing and issuing policy regarding allocations and regulations governing the Federal spectrum use;
developing plans for the peacetime and wartime use of the spectrum;
preparing for, participating in, and implementing the results of international radio conferences;
assigning frequencies;
maintaining spectrum use databases;
reviewing Federal agencies&#039; new telecommunications systems and certifying that spectrum will be available;
providing the technical engineering expertise needed to perform specific spectrum resources assessments and automated computer capabilities needed to carry out these investigations;
participating in all aspects of the Federal government&#039;s communications related emergency readiness activities; and
participating in Federal government telecommunications and automated information systems security activities.
NTIA is also collaborating with the Federal Communications Commission to make available a total of 500 megahertz of Federal and nonfederal spectrum over the next 10 years for mobile and fixed wireless broadband use. This initiative, to nearly double the amount of commercial spectrum, will spur investment, economic growth, and job creation while supporting the growing demand by consumers and businesses for wireless broadband services.
Spectrum Engineering Reports
Public Access to Spectrum Management Process
Spectrum Management Primer
Spectrum Wall Chart
Spectrum Management Training
Manual of Regulations and Procedures
Federal Spectrum Compendium (November 2014)
Past Spectrum Reform Initiatives
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<li class="taxonomy_term_24"><a href="/category/broadband" rel="tag" title="NTIA is engaged in a range of efforts to increase broadband Internet access and adoption in America, which supports economic growth, job creation, and improved education, health care, and public safety. These activities include administration of the Recovery-Act-funded Broadband Technology Opportunities Program and State Broadband Initiative; creating and maintaining the first public, searchable nationwide map of broadband availability; broadband-usage research that can inform efforts to close the digital divide; and promoting digital literacy to help Americans compete in the 21st century economy.
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<li class="taxonomy_term_36 last"><a href="/category/internet-policy" rel="tag" title="As the Executive Branch agency responsible for advising the President on telecommunications and information policy issues, NTIA is committed to the continued growth of the Internet. As the Internet evolves, new challenges emerge. Working with other stakeholders, NTIA is developing policies to preserve an open, interconnected global Internet that supports continued innovation and economic growth, investment, and the trust of its users. This multistakeholder model of Internet policymaking – convening government, the private sector, and civil society to address issues in a timely and flexible manner – has been responsible for the past success of the Internet and is critical to its future.
Among other efforts, NTIA plays a leading role in the Commerce Department&#039;s Internet Policy Task Force, which is conducting a comprehensive policy review related to online privacy, copyright protection, cybersecurity, and the global free flow of information with the goal of ensuring that the Internet remains open for innovation.
NTIA also actively leads and participates in interagency efforts to develop Internet policy. In addition, NTIA works with other governments and international organizations to discuss and reach consensus on relevant Internet policy issues.
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